THE AmericA 250 City Art Poster Project WINNER:

TEALY KAISER

Seventeen-year-old Tealy Kaiser, a senior at I.M. Terrell was selected this past week as the official winner of Fort Worth’s America 250 City Art Poster Project, a distinguished initiative that connects local artists to a national platform through Mayor Mattie Parker, the City of Fort Worth, the U.S. Conference of Mayors, and the National Endowment for the Arts in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

Selected from a competitive pool of both emerging and established artists, Kaiser’s design, titled "Cowtown Bootin Scootin,” stood out for its originality, clarity of vision, and ability to capture the traditional, yet evolving spirit of Fort Worth. This winning design will serve as the official artistic representation of Fort Worth, as it advances to the national level where it will stand alongside works from cities across the country. 

Artist Statement: As a 4th generation to Fort Worth, I felt compelled to participate in this art competition. I wanted to create something that showcases the history of Cowtown as well as modern day Fort Worth. The theme of my work was to represent the city’s identity & what makes Fort Worth unique in its own way. The cowboy boot is one of the many symbols of Texas. Within the boot, I included the Botanical Gardens, Water Gardens, downtown skyline, The Stockyards, Texas flag colors, frog fountain pillars, bluebonnets & longhorns. These parts of Fort Worth represent our growth, history & development that display our Texas pride. The Botanical Gardens & Water Gardens reflect our peaceful outdoor places, while The Stockyards highlight Fort Worth’s cowboy culture & history. Downtown represents the city’s growth over the years & the Texas symbols emphasize our deep Texas traditions. My boot design shows how Fort Worth brings together its history, culture & modern life into one identity that I am proud of.